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The best time of year to visit is the fall and spring, where temperature are mild. Winters can be extremely cold with high snow drifts. Summers in New York tend to be warm and muggy due to high humidity. Due to its original contruction, the inside of the Tomb is not air conditioned and is drafty in the winter. Please dress appropriatly.
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